'Cantara' is a spacious and characterful semi-detached Victorian house, just a few minutes walk from the historic fishing harbour of Porthleven and the wonderful three mile long beach. Restaurants, Bistros, Pubs and shops are of quality, and there is something to suit everyone. Superb walking can be accessed from the house, and short drives will take you to some of the best beaches and coves in the county, as well as attractions to suit all the family on wetter days.
The fully double-glazed and centrally heated house is entered by the lobby, with good coat hanging space which also gives access to the wet room, incorporating electric shower, toilet and handbasin. Double doors lead to the large lounge, providing warmth, character and relaxed seating for eight people. A coal fire, first bucket of coal and basket of wood provided, adds to the ambience of comfort and warmth. TV with DVD, Radio/CD player, numerous books and games, are provided for all. Further double doors lead to the south east facing conservatory which overlooks the delightful small garden and which also gives distant sea glimpses. The extremely well furnished and equipped dining room and kitchen are joined by an archway and this provides a large and sociable cooking and dining area. The dining room has a large solid oak craftsman made table for eight. The fitted kitchen has a comprehensive range of equipment, which includes split level electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. From October to April the oil-fired boiler provides central heating and hot water. Upstairs there are four bedrooms, and the family bathroom with toilet, washbasin and electric shower over bath. The single bedroom has a 3' single bed, wardrobe with shelves and drawers, bedside lamp, chair and large window overlooking the garden. The twin bedroom, which also overlooks the garden, has 3' twin beds, wardrobe, chest of drawers, two bedside tables with lamps and two chairs. The king-size bedroom with its large bed, has double wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside tables with lamps and bedroom chair. The bunk bedroom has full size bunk beds, the top being 3' wide and the bottom 4' wide, and also has a large wardrobe with drawers, bedside table, lamps, chair and TV.
Outside there is a small secluded garden with shallow lily pond (take care with young children) a furnished patio, sun house, drying area and secure garden shed (large enough for several surf boards, bicycles etc. and which also houses a tumble dryer and BBQ). Unallocated free parking is available opposite the house. Heating May to September is by open fire and electric heaters. October 1st to April 30th is by oil fired central heating. Rental includes heating, electricity and bedlinen. One well behaved dog is welcome by prior arrangement. This is a no smoking property.
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